Konchi-in Tickets and Tours

Kyoto Philosophy Walk with Philosopher (Private/6.5 hour)

A Thoughtful Walk Through Kyoto with an Exceptional Guide

My son, nephew, and I spent a wonderful morning with Hiro on the Philosopher’s Path, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our time in Kyoto. What made this experience special was not just the beautiful temples, gardens, and historic sites we visited, but Hiro himself. He was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and easy to talk to. The pace was perfect—never rushed, never feeling like we were trying to check items off a list. Instead, it felt like spending the morning with a knowledgeable friend who genuinely loves Kyoto and enjoys sharing its history, culture, and philosophy with others. Throughout the tour, Hiro provided fascinating historical and cultural insights while also creating space for conversation and questions. Some of our favorite moments were simply the discussions we had along the way. His explanations added meaning and context to places that we otherwise would have simply walked past. We especially appreciated how flexible and attentive he was throughout the day. The experience felt personal rather than scripted, and he made everyone feel comfortable and engaged. If you are looking for a deeper and more meaningful way to experience Kyoto, I highly recommend spending time with Hiro. By the end of the tour, we felt like we had gained not only a better understanding of Kyoto, but also a greater appreciation for the ideas and history that shaped it. Thank you, Hiro, for a memorable morning, the great conversations, and your warm hospitality. We truly enjoyed our time together and will remember it as one of the most rewarding experiences of our trip to Japan.

Kyoto: The Path Less Traveled (Private)

Great Day in Kyoto

We had a great day with Andrew. He is very knowledgeable and explained the significance of the gardens, temples and shrines very clearly and with the perfect level of detail. We loved seeing places we would not have seen on our own, especially because they were uncrowded and at least equal to the typical tourist spots We appreciated Andrew’s calm and unrushed approach. We learned so much and gained a deeper understanding of Japanese gardens, art and religion. We highly recommend this tour.

Kyoto: Zen Garden, Zen Mind (Private)

Great tour, great guide

Andrew has a great depth of knowledge of both the philosophy and construction of rock gardens, and added much to our appreciation and understanding of the gardens and their significance. His tour was the high point of our time in Kyoto.